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The industries driving the economy
Singapore's economy is not only the most open in the world, it is also the 7th least corrupt, the lowest taxed and is governed by laws that have been rated the most pro-business in the world. Given all these factors, it is easy to see why the Singaporean markets continue to soar and why so much fore...

Largest companies in Singapore
Singapore remains one of the world's most open economies and its love affair with the free market continues apace. Business tends always to be booming on the island and this is reflected on how many large, internationally influential businesses are based there. Here is a guide to some of the largest...

Up and coming markets
If you are planning on investing in the booming Singaporean economy, it is worth paying attention to the trends and growth areas there. The freeness, openness and pro-business nature of the Singaporean economy mean that there are always new sectors on the rise and keeping abreast of all of them can...

Singapore market trends – fixed rates home loans
There are increasing signs in Singapore's property markets that the home loans most favoured in 2015 will be fixed rates. The fundamental driving force behind this trend is this: there are strong hints coming from the USA that there will be cutbacks on stimulus spending. The knock-on effect of this...

Amazing property on offer in Singapore: Keppel Bay
Clifford Chance LLP, the multinational law firm based in London UK, is known as a member of the 'Magic Circle' of leading British law firms. With an estimated total revenue of £1.27 billion, and £1 million in profits per equity partner, it is one of the world's 10 largest law firms. As the Chinese...

Green shoots for the Thailand economy
The civil uncertainty, that has had the knock-on effect of creating inertia in Thailand's economy, finally appears to be lifting. With the political situation remaining deadlocked, at least investors appear to have ceased their widespread policy of shunning the baht. Ever since last month, the Thai...

Alternative job hunting methods
For most graduates, looking for their first job post-University will be the most intensive job hunt they have yet experienced. While there are thousands upon thousands of great companies out there all looking for smart, qualified graduates to fill important vacancies, finding the right one for you c...

Singapore – residential property trends
Amongst the various trends likely to be affecting Singapore's property market in 2015 is the rise in demand for singles accommodation. The housing board recently announced there would be fewer larger flats being made available in the city. However, the continuing high demand for housing from singlet...

Economy Japan – reversal of deflation policy
Persistent deflation in the Japanese economy has had the longstanding effect of deterring small enterprise. However, now that the country is gradually slipping away from this economic constraint, everyone from business start-ups to investors are starting to make bolder decisions. There is evidence...

Chinese market to benefit from visa changes
As the Chinese economy goes all out to embrace new areas of commerce, one important change looks set to produce dividends. China's major cities are all looking for innovative methods of kick-starting their various enterprise plans. One of the prize assets any ambitious business could ask for is a d...

Japan planes versus trains debate
Japan's main airline carriers face a constant struggle when vying for international routes. Local success is equally all-important. But the most significant threat these carriers are currently facing doesn't come from other companies. It is coming from ground-level. It is the ever-evolving bullet t...

Singapore market trends reflected by leasing stats
As Singapore approaches the turn of another year, many analysts are focusing on issues that sparked interest during 2013, and extrapolating trends to consider what lies in store. Asia as a whole continued experiencing the after-shocks of the worldwide recession that has had such an impact on intern...

Singapore property available at One Shenton
Lying in a prestigious position at the heart of Singapore, one Shenton has become one of the most desirable housing areas in the city. Located between the existing and the new central business district, it has become an extremely popular property investment due to its proximity to what is scheduled...

Singapore Marina Bay property
If you are looking to rent or buy property in Singapore, one area that is certainly worth consideration is Marina Bay. This vibrant district is one of the newest for development in the city, with residences that are built right next door to a fantastic array of business opportunities and pleasure ac...

Women entrepreneurs in Singapore
Women entrepreneurs in Singapore While Asia can boast both progressive and reactionary attitudes in abundance when it comes to gender equality, Singapore can be duly proud of its diversity and positive commitment to women's rights in the workforce. As a country, Singapore has been a melting pot of...

Medical Tourism in Singapore
Medical Tourism in Singapore Medical tourism is expanding rapidly in Singapore. There are many reasons for this, not least the evolution in technology and the increasing affordability of travel. The World Health Organisation recently ranked this small city state as having the world's sixth-best hea...

Changing face of Singapore industry
The changing face of Singapore industry Recent research into demographic trends in Singapore has revealed that industry is beginning to demonstrate subtle changes in growth. Where wholesale and manufacturing industries were once prominent on the economic landscape, there has been an inexorable shif...

Successful young entrepreneurs
Singapore's successful young entrepreneurs If there is one aspect of life in Singapore that is particularly encouraging, it's the fact that young people are encouraged to express themselves from an early age. This definitely fosters a strong entrepreneurial spirit amongst the island state's youth...